Older new fan
Moderator: SMLCHNG
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RickyB
- Nibblin' on sponge cake
- Posts: 41
- Joined: March 9, 2009 10:46 am
- Favorite Buffett Song: Gotta pick one? I cant.
- Number of Concerts: 0
Re: Older new fan
Thanks everyone. I feel like part of the family already. You guys are great. Just what I would have expected from JB fans. Hope to meet some of you in AC.
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CindaBee
- Half-baked cookies in the oven
- Posts: 726
- Joined: March 14, 2007 4:45 pm
- Favorite Buffett Song: I Wish Lunch Could Last Forever
- Number of Concerts: 30
- Favorite Boat Drink: Rum and Seltzer with lime
- Location: Northeast of Disorder
Re: Older new fan
Welcome Ricky. So sorry for your loss but I hope that Jimmy has and we can make your load a little lighter. Jimmy's songs have always been my way of relaxing and revving up, depending on what I play. I recently turned 60 and have been a Bubba fan since 1971. His music helped me through my divorce in 1973, my 18 years of single motherhood, cheered me during losses and helped me celebrate at every opportunity. Although I don't post frequently, I'm always around here lurking. You'll find great people here and be sure to check out the Pre-Concert Gatherings Forum to meet people who will be attending the same concert.
Enjoy.
Enjoy.
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SMLCHNG
- Moderator
- Posts: 178644
- Joined: December 6, 2001 7:00 pm
- Favorite Buffett Song: Tin Cup Chalice/Lovely Cruise
- Number of Concerts: 20
- Favorite Boat Drink: Rum Runner
- Location: Castle Rock, CO
Re: Older new fan
Welcome, Ricky!!! 
Sure hope that the joy of Jimmy's music and the good peeps here can help ease your sadness just a little.
Penny
Sure hope that the joy of Jimmy's music and the good peeps here can help ease your sadness just a little.
Penny
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ParrotHeadInThe Making
- License to Chill
- Posts: 1192
- Joined: August 27, 2007 7:16 pm
- Favorite Buffett Song: Tides
- Number of Concerts: 17
- Favorite Boat Drink: The drink that is in my hand
- Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Contact:
Re: Older new fan
Welcome to BN! there is absolutely nothing about your post that is cliche. I joined the insanity 2 years ago. Why I did not become a parrothead sooner I will never know, but better late than never. Jimmy's music and a lot of wonderful parrotheads came along at just the right time, and like you, Jimmy's music has gotten me through some very bad times.
Liz Ulrich and guide dog Princess Hope
http://www.facebook.com/elizabeth.ulrich1
Here we are, maybe it's because in spite of all the work we do
It's the child in us we really value
Here we are, with our fins up and our feathers flashing
Here we are, with our coconut shell brassieres chanting
http://www.facebook.com/elizabeth.ulrich1
Here we are, maybe it's because in spite of all the work we do
It's the child in us we really value
Here we are, with our fins up and our feathers flashing
Here we are, with our coconut shell brassieres chanting
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Bfan53again
- Under My Lone Palm
- Posts: 5140
- Joined: December 11, 2008 5:21 pm
- Favorite Buffett Song: "I Have Found Me a Home"
- Number of Concerts: 8
- Favorite Boat Drink: Dark 'n Stormy
- Location: Somewhere Between Newport, RI & Key West, FL
Re: Older new fan
RickyB,
Just adding my personal welcome to you to the wonderful, wacky world of BN!
Great people, super supportive atmosphere, and great place to chat about anything that's on your mind. Even better when you actually meet fellow BNers at events around the world. My wife and I will be at the AC show so maybe we can share boat drink or two......
I was a long-time "closet" Buffett fan, I liked his music but never attended a concert or owned more than a couple of the better known CDs. Then in 2004, I think, the TV show "60 Minutes" did a great episode on Jimmy, his music, his fans, the whole Parrothead thing. That night while watching the show I merely mentioned to my wife "Wow, maybe we should go to a Buffett concert sometime before he retires."
We got tickets for the 2005 Salty Piece of Land tour at Citizens Bank Ballpark in Philadelphia. Went through a broker (we didn't know better) but got a last minute upgrade to center stage, row 5 seats! I mean we were right "there" looking up at JB the whole show. Needless to say, we were hooked and this year will be attending our 6th (AC) and 7th concerts (Nissan) since 2005! Sorry to say that we've never had seats better than that first show, but we've enjoyed every one of them! And, of course, we now own almost all of the JB music/video collection as well as assorted Margaritaville accessories......
After seeing JB live you will never (a) be the same or (b) listen to his music the same again. The CDs just sound better after seeing a concert in person. His music and concerts are an escape from whatever each of us seeks. So welcome, buckle up, hang on, and enjoy the ride........
Just adding my personal welcome to you to the wonderful, wacky world of BN!
Great people, super supportive atmosphere, and great place to chat about anything that's on your mind. Even better when you actually meet fellow BNers at events around the world. My wife and I will be at the AC show so maybe we can share boat drink or two......
I was a long-time "closet" Buffett fan, I liked his music but never attended a concert or owned more than a couple of the better known CDs. Then in 2004, I think, the TV show "60 Minutes" did a great episode on Jimmy, his music, his fans, the whole Parrothead thing. That night while watching the show I merely mentioned to my wife "Wow, maybe we should go to a Buffett concert sometime before he retires."
We got tickets for the 2005 Salty Piece of Land tour at Citizens Bank Ballpark in Philadelphia. Went through a broker (we didn't know better) but got a last minute upgrade to center stage, row 5 seats! I mean we were right "there" looking up at JB the whole show. Needless to say, we were hooked and this year will be attending our 6th (AC) and 7th concerts (Nissan) since 2005! Sorry to say that we've never had seats better than that first show, but we've enjoyed every one of them! And, of course, we now own almost all of the JB music/video collection as well as assorted Margaritaville accessories......
After seeing JB live you will never (a) be the same or (b) listen to his music the same again. The CDs just sound better after seeing a concert in person. His music and concerts are an escape from whatever each of us seeks. So welcome, buckle up, hang on, and enjoy the ride........
On most days I say: "Wrinkles only go where the smiles have been...."
Sometimes I can only say: "There is no dumbass vaccine......"
If something or someone gets you down, just remember: "In a hundred years it all won’t matter.........."
Sometimes I can only say: "There is no dumbass vaccine......"
If something or someone gets you down, just remember: "In a hundred years it all won’t matter.........."
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ParrotHeadInThe Making
- License to Chill
- Posts: 1192
- Joined: August 27, 2007 7:16 pm
- Favorite Buffett Song: Tides
- Number of Concerts: 17
- Favorite Boat Drink: The drink that is in my hand
- Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Contact:
Re: Older new fan
Awesome post Ed! I really want to get my hands on that 2004 60-minutes interview.Bfan53again wrote:RickyB,
Just adding my personal welcome to you to the wonderful, wacky world of BN!
Great people, super supportive atmosphere, and great place to chat about anything that's on your mind. Even better when you actually meet fellow BNers at events around the world. My wife and I will be at the AC show so maybe we can share boat drink or two......
I was a long-time "closet" Buffett fan, I liked his music but never attended a concert or owned more than a couple of the better known CDs. Then in 2004, I think, the TV show "60 Minutes" did a great episode on Jimmy, his music, his fans, the whole Parrothead thing. That night while watching the show I merely mentioned to my wife "Wow, maybe we should go to a Buffett concert sometime before he retires."
We got tickets for the 2005 Salty Piece of Land tour at Citizens Bank Ballpark in Philadelphia. Went through a broker (we didn't know better) but got a last minute upgrade to center stage, row 5 seats! I mean we were right "there" looking up at JB the whole show. Needless to say, we were hooked and this year will be attending our 6th (AC) and 7th concerts (Nissan) since 2005! Sorry to say that we've never had seats better than that first show, but we've enjoyed every one of them! And, of course, we now own almost all of the JB music/video collection as well as assorted Margaritaville accessories......
After seeing JB live you will never (a) be the same or (b) listen to his music the same again. The CDs just sound better after seeing a concert in person. His music and concerts are an escape from whatever each of us seeks. So welcome, buckle up, hang on, and enjoy the ride........
I know my life has been so much better in the past couple of years since I became hooked. The music is great. It puts me in a good state of mind. I have also met some very nice people because of JB's music. This is one time when madness is a good thing.
Liz Ulrich and guide dog Princess Hope
http://www.facebook.com/elizabeth.ulrich1
Here we are, maybe it's because in spite of all the work we do
It's the child in us we really value
Here we are, with our fins up and our feathers flashing
Here we are, with our coconut shell brassieres chanting
http://www.facebook.com/elizabeth.ulrich1
Here we are, maybe it's because in spite of all the work we do
It's the child in us we really value
Here we are, with our fins up and our feathers flashing
Here we are, with our coconut shell brassieres chanting
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luvinlife
- I Love the Now!
- Posts: 1506
- Joined: November 15, 2008 8:44 pm
- Favorite Buffett Song: That's what living is to me.
- Number of Concerts: 31
- Favorite Boat Drink: Cold Sam Summer
- Location: Waiting for the sox and Jimmy to come north again.
Re: Older new fan
Nice to meet ya Ricky......Old is Gold!!!!
I'm growing older but not up!
Destination Fenway 18
Destination Fenway 18
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GulfCoastPirate
- Southeast of disorder
- Posts: 70
- Joined: October 15, 2004 9:19 am
- Favorite Buffett Song: Tryin' to Reason with the Hurricane Season
- Number of Concerts: 2
- Favorite Boat Drink: Mango Margarita
- Location: St. Louie, MO
Re: Older new fan
Aloha RickyB! Jimmy and the lifestyle he is linked to is ageless and I'm glad you found your way! Anywhere from southeast of Disorder all the way to the Port of Indecision, the lure of tranquil seas, stories set to music and lone palms are the drug Parrotheads seek.
Make sure you pickup a copy of Tales From Margaritaville and A Pirate Looks At 50. That will help bring even more insight to Bubba's music.
Make sure you pickup a copy of Tales From Margaritaville and A Pirate Looks At 50. That will help bring even more insight to Bubba's music.
"I knew I could use a Bloody Mary, so I stumbled over to Louie's Backyard."
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TSU86
- I have found me a home
- Posts: 140
- Joined: November 26, 2008 7:40 pm
- Favorite Buffett Song: Tryin to reason with hurricane season
- Number of Concerts: 1
- Favorite Boat Drink: Cold beer (Does that count?)
- Location: Land of Pleasant Living - Maryland
Re: Older new fan
Welcome Ricky... I'm relatively new to the board myself, and didn;t really appreciate JB until a few years ago (I'm 44 now)
No disrespect to our younger friends, but I think we appreciate JB more the older we get. We need some soothing stuff, rather than the headbanging stuff (been there-done that -- bought the t-shirt that was not wear-able after 1 wash).
Deepest condolances in regards to your bride.
No disrespect to our younger friends, but I think we appreciate JB more the older we get. We need some soothing stuff, rather than the headbanging stuff (been there-done that -- bought the t-shirt that was not wear-able after 1 wash).
Deepest condolances in regards to your bride.
Sittin by the pool with a Yuengling, listening to Jimmy
Go Ravens !!!
Go Ravens !!!
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ParrotHeadDeb
- Behind Door #3
- Posts: 3522
- Joined: July 9, 2003 8:09 pm
- Location: Florida
Re: Older new fan
Welcome, Ricky!
I was a late bloomer also...didn't "discover" Jimmy till 1999...when I was 43...even tho I had the yellow album and Fruitcakes for several years (got them through Columbia House or BMG or one of those record clubs) but didnt really "listen" till 1998..and that was thanks to my two sons! Then I was hooked and very sorry I hadn't found his music and fans earlier....
Very sorry to hear of the loss of your wife....it's tough...I lost my husband to cancer almost 13 years ago...just hang in there and take one day at a time! Of course stopping by here is bound to cheer you up...there's usually someone around all the time!
I was a late bloomer also...didn't "discover" Jimmy till 1999...when I was 43...even tho I had the yellow album and Fruitcakes for several years (got them through Columbia House or BMG or one of those record clubs) but didnt really "listen" till 1998..and that was thanks to my two sons! Then I was hooked and very sorry I hadn't found his music and fans earlier....
Very sorry to hear of the loss of your wife....it's tough...I lost my husband to cancer almost 13 years ago...just hang in there and take one day at a time! Of course stopping by here is bound to cheer you up...there's usually someone around all the time!